Another spring weekend in the south and another weekend where residents across the southern region are on alert for severe weather.

As part of a larger system, impacts from this severe weather threat start “this weekend in the Midwest and South, then spreading to the East Coast by Monday as March comes to a close,” said The Weather Channel.

Outlook for Alabama

Risk Levels

The Storm Prediction Center has Alabama divided up into various risk levels, which range from "enhanced risk" (level 3/5), "slight risk" (level 2/5), and "marginal risk” (level 1/5).

Townsquare Media Risk Areas

Bibb: Under a slight risk.

Fayette: This county is split between an enhanced risk and a slight risk.

Greene: Under a slight risk.

Hale: Under a slight risk.

Lamar: Most of the county is under an enhanced risk.

Perry: Under a slight risk.

Pickens: Under a slight risk.

Sumter: Under a slight risk.

Tuscaloosa: Under a slight risk.

Walker: Most of the county is under a slight risk.

Threats

James Spann, ABC 33/40, and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist said, “All modes of severe thunderstorms will be possible, including large hail, damaging winds, and a few tornadoes.”

Timeline

The overall timing for the severe weather threat is from "Sunday night through midday Monday," according to the National Weather Service in Birmingham.

Timing for the Townsquare Media Coverage Area

Bibb: Sunday 2 a.m. – 8 a.m.

Fayette: Sunday 11 p.m. – Monday 5 a.m.

Greene: Sunday 2 a.m. – 8 a.m.

Hale: Sunday 2 a.m. – 8 a.m.

Lamar: Sunday 11 p.m. – Monday 5 a.m.

Perry: Sunday 2 a.m. – 8 a.m.

Pickens: Sunday 11 p.m. – Monday 8 a.m.

Sumter: Sunday 2 a.m. – 8 a.m.

Tuscaloosa: Sunday 2 a.m. – 8 a.m.

Walker: Sunday 11 p.m. – Monday 8 a.m.

Timing and Threat Concerns + Tips

“This is a 'middle of the night' event, meaning it is critical that you can hear warnings,” said Spann.

Make sure you know which county and specific part of the county you live in. I also recommend familiarizing yourself with the neighboring counties so that you can stay informed about any potential events or situations that might affect your area.

Identify a safe place in your home or wherever you plan to be on Sunday evening into Monday. This could be a basement, storm shelter, or an interior room without windows. Additionally, take the time to locate nearby shelters in case you need to evacuate.

Check in with family and friends so they are aware of the incoming severe weather.

Because this event is expected to occur late at night and overnight, make sure your phone is not silenced when you go to bed so you can receive any emergency alerts.

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This is a developing severe weather threat for multiple states. The Townsquare Media Weather Center will be on duty throughout the weekend to provide you with all the necessary updates to help you stay ahead of the storm.

Mary K. – Weather Forecaster